Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill

6607 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85042

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill has been inspected six times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 6, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around three violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

Across the inspection history, “outer openings, protected” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed weather stripping seal is worn out at backdoor, leaving gaps and exposed to outdoors. Discussed with PIC that required to prevent pests from entering into facility

6-202.15

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee chopping lettuce on top of chest freezer next to dirty dishes at 3 compartment sink. Discussed with PIC that preventing contamination is required to keep preparation of food away from dirty area of 3 compartment sink. PIC relocated food preparation to area more sanitary

3-307.11

Mops not properly air-dried after use

Inspector notes: Observed wet mop being stored in mop bucket with dirt water in service area. Discussed with PIC that one mop is used required to discard dirty mop water and air-dry mop in area away from food

6-501.16

Oct 14, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed weather stripping on backdoor exposing to outside elements and opening for pests to enter facility. Discussed with PIC that physical facility required to be maintained in good repair and prevent pests from entering facility

6-202.15

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed ice scooper being stored improperly; one scooper on top of ice machine and another scooper on top of soda dispensers. Discussed with PIC that utensils are required to be stored to prevent contamination of dirt and dust debris

3-305.11

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed no covered waste receptacle in female restroom. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacle is required in unisex/female restrooms

5-501.17

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed cracked tile floor in walk-in cooler and tile missing at entrance to kitchen area. Discussed with PIC that floor required to be maintained in good repair, smooth and cleanable

6-501.11

Aug 11, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed missing weatherstripping seal on back door and cracks are exposed to outside. Discussed with PIC that weather stripping is required to prevent pests from entering facility

6-202.15

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed no covered waste receptacle in female restroom. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacle is required in unisex/female restrooms

5-501.17

May 9, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 20, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. *2nd Consecutive Violation*

2-102.12(A)

Jul 31, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Rinsing Procedures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 3-compartment sink set up as rinse, wash, and sanitize, employee was actively washing dishes at time of inspection. Discussed proper set-up of 3-compartment sink (Wash, Rinse, and Sanitize) with employees. 3-Compartment sink was properly set-up at time of inspection

4-603.16

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill?

Across the inspection record, “outer openings, protected” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill.

How does Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill is inspected around four times per year on average.

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